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Assisted living costs in Fontana Dam average about $4,664 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Fontana Dam. Our detailed directory has 122 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Brookdale Browns Creek
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11 Floor plan available
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9.5
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Having family being cared for daily by friendly and energetic caregivers gives life to my family member. She is very happy and her smile goes for miles when we are able to visit. I am very pleased with the...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
A Place to Call HomeIf you are eager to exchange the hedge clippers and laundry basket for a carefree retirement full of exciting activities and genuine friendships, you are going to love living at our assisted living community. Nestled in a beautiful building in Maryville, Tennessee, you can...
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9.4
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5+. Clover Hill was a prayer answered after dealing with [community name removed] . Skip, administrator and his personnel go above and beyond for the resident care. My mother and all the residents are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Clover Hill Senior Living | Maryville is a state-of-the-art 26,000 square-foot assisted living community. We also offer Alzheimer and dementia care in a secure environment. Nestled in a private, pastoral setting, the surroundings echo the natural beauty of Blount County. The land surrounding the...
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44 Floor plans available
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9.2
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Providing 24 hour care was not something we were prepared for nor equipped to do. Brookdale Sandy Creek was very welcoming, I have never encountered a moody employee nor a non-smiling face whenever we drop...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Home Sweet HomeCommunity events and programs are an integral part of life here at our assisted living and memory care community in the beautiful town of Maryville, Tennessee. Surrounded by beautiful common rooms and spacious accommodations, you can savor everything life has to offer while we...
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I would rate all those categories a 5. Liberty is a great place. We are very pleased with the care Mom receives there. We chose this facility because of the friendly staff, it is kept very clean and mom...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
We are a 28 bed home for the aged located in downtown Maryville, TN. We offer semi-private and private rooms and currently have beds available in both. We specialize in helping veterans and widows of veterans get additional benefits by working directly with local Veteran Service Officers. We have...
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I cannot say enough good things about the care staff at Asbury Place Maryville. The CNAs and nurses are all top notch!! They are compassionate, efficient, and treat your loved one like family. Rating the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Asbury Place Maryville, our senior assisted living services will provide you with just the right amount of care and support. Get back to spending your time with family and friends having fun, and not running errands. Let our caring, dedicated team of associates and assisted living services...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Shannondale of Maryville opened in March of 2002. We are a Membership Based Community offering Continuing Care to our residents. Our 34-acre campus offers 66 Independent Living Homes & Villas and 89 Retirement Center Apartments -Though each of our facilities is unique in character they are...
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Cost of assisted living in Fontana Dam, NC

The average cost of senior living in Fontana Dam is $4,664 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Andrews, NC with an average of $2,738 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fontana Dam, NC vs. nearby cities

Fontana Dam, NC
$4,664/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fontana Dam, NC vs. the state and national average

Fontana Dam, NC
$4,664/mo
U.S. national average
$4,652/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fontana Dam vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,664/mo
$4,303/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Fontana Dam, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,842/mo
Studio
$6,010/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,670/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,740/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fontana Dam, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Fontana Dam.

What families are saying about assisted living in Fontana Dam

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fontana Dam

Clover Hill Senior Living in Maryville, TN

5.0
Housekeeping, lots of activities and even out to eat if you are able. Staff that I have seen are very sweet to the residents. I would recommend this facility to friends and family.

Brookdale Sandy Springs in Maryville, TN

4.8
Facility and staff are wonderful. Everyone is friendly and helpful, the full facility is always very clean, no smells. It is a little pricey, especially given you have to pay for assistance with medications etc...

Brookdale Browns Creek in Maryville, TN

5.0
Most importantly, my dad is happy and likes it there. What we like the most about Brookdale Browns Creek is the Friendly staff and he's made friends with other residents there.

Fontana Dam review score based on 34 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 34 reviews of 7 Fontana Dam assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fontana Dam review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Fontana Dam review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Fontana Dam, NC7 facilities
8.3
Lake Santeetlah, NC79 facilities
8.2
Robbinsville, NC74 facilities

Review subcategories for Fontana Dam assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 34 reviews of 7 Fontana Dam assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fontana Dam resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Fontana Dam, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Fontana Dam assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fontana Dam assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fontana Dam, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Fontana Dam assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Fontana Dam that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fontana Dam, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
85.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fontana Dam assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Fontana Dam Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fontana Dam, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fontana Dam assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fontana Dam partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fontana Dam, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
71.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
71.4%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
42.9%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Fontana Dam assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fontana Dam communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fontana Dam, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fontana Dam assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Fontana Dam offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fontana Dam, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
85.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
85.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
85.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
71.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fontana Dam

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Fontana Dam protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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